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    HYPERCORRECTION Synonyms

    There are 2 synonyms of the word hypercorrection. (exact relations)
    There are 14 hypernyms of the word hypercorrection. (close relations)
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    Definition of HYPERCORRECTION
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    hypercorrect

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    overcompensation
    		nounn
    noun

    • (psychiatry) an attempt to overcome a real or imagined defect or unwanted trait by overly exaggerating its opposite

    • excessive compensation

    overcorrection
    		nounn
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    Best Hypernyms For HYPERCORRECTION

    Here is a list of related hypernyms for hypercorrection, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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    blunder error fault flub gaff gaffe goof miscalculation mistake misunderstanding oversight slip slip-up
    Phrases (1)
    faux pas

    Alternatives for OVERCOMPENSATION

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    amendsindemnificationoffsetrecompenseredressremunerationreparationrepaymentrestitutioncompensatory
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